Seventy percent of the students were accepted into their first choice college.

Many say they are in a strong position to succeed in college and beyond.

"Marshall just prepares you to be part of a community and just impact it in so many ways, in so many great ways," Daniel Manilan, a graduate said. "It just feels really good to know that your part of this alumni."

Deacon Chico Anderson delivered his final graduation blessing at the commencement ceremony.